Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its expanding practice in Chicago, IL. This role offers the opportunity to work with high-profile clients on complex transactions across the United States.

Duties

• Advise institutional investors, developers, and private equity clients on commercial real estate matters.
• Structure and execute acquisitions, dispositions, and financings across diverse asset classes.
• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and commercial leases.
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including title, survey, and zoning reviews.
• Advise on development projects from entitlement through completion.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various practice areas.
• Support clients with operational real estate matters, including lease amendments and tenant issues.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• 4-6 years of commercial real estate experience at a nationally recognized law firm.
• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference or ability to become admitted promptly.
• Demonstrated experience in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the relevant state.

Skills

• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial mindset with a client-first approach.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on market-leading transactions with top-tier clients.
• Exposure to innovative deal structures and emerging real estate sectors.
• Robust training and development programs.
• Supportive and inclusive firm culture with cross-office collaboration.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The emerging Midwest office opened eleven years ago. Over sixty skillful attorneys comprise the law practice. Its area of specialization is corporate law. Practice areas are significant. Banking-finance, real estate, class actions, commercial litigation, corporate transactions, and tax matters; international, state, and Federal. Attorneys at the Midwest office endorse community outreach.